How to buy a used car in Mauritius: A guide in 6 steps

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Buying a second-hand car in Mauritius may seem like a good idea, especially because you can reduce initial costs. But with many choices and a number of administrative steps, this process might be a challenge. So we've created a list of steps which will help you to find, buy and register your perfect car easily!

Step 2: Check the car

You can do so by bringing the car to a garage or by hiring someone with the required competence (mechanic or a taxi driver with good technical skills) to accompany you when you examine the car. If you want to do it yourself, consider the following steps:

1. Checking the car's form

Check the paint job of the car, taking note of any rust spots, dents or scratches.

Check the trunk of the car to make sure it is still in good condition. Check the tires.

Try to get under the car and inspect the exhaust system or any under-body rust.

2. Checking under the hood

Check under the hood of the car for any indication of dents, damage or rust.

Check the hoses and belts.

Inspect the engine for any sort of leaks, or corrosion

Check the timing belt. This is the most important belt in the engine, and is also the most costly to replace.

3. Checking inside the car

Check the seats and upholstery of the car for tears, rips, stains, or other damages.

Make sure the air-conditioning of the car is working well by turning it on.

Check the odometer of the car for the mileage. Check out the car's service history.

Verify the lights and all the regular functions of the car when not moving.

4. Testing the car while driving

Be sure to check the brakes of the car by pressing down hard enough on the brakes to decelerate rapidly, but not enough to slide.

Check for small trepidation at different speeds. Slight trepidation may mean wear at the direction mechanical parts which may be costly.

Check for sounds, trepidation or clunking noise when making a 90 degree turn.

Step 3: Get an Insurance

Ask for a quote with an insurance company and choose the plan matching your needs. Finding the lowest priced insurance company is easy, but you want to make sure the one you finally choose is reputable enough so it will cover you adequately after an accident or a damage. Bear in mind that a good policy is not only the price on the bottom line! Insurance contracts may vary depending on the conditions and the price is usually subject to these conditions.

Step 5: Vehicle Examination

Vehicles older than 7 years (except autocycles), must undergo examination to be certified fit for the road. You need to get a fitness certificate from the seller (if still valid) or by doing a fitness test.

Documents to be produced during examination of motor vehicles:

Registration book.

Insurance certificate.

Licence attached to the vehicle, if any.

Removal permit or TP if vehicle is unlicensed.

Once your vehicle has been examined and found fit to be on the road, you will be issued with a test certificate or certificate of fitness as the case may be for the vehicle

If you are not familiar with cars, the country and the procedures, we recommend you to hire a taxi driver for Step 2 - 5. He will drive you around, support you to check the car and help you to process the different administrative steps with the seller, test centre and the involved government offices.

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